In order to end the suspense: 2014 is above the fray overall. In general, it is fairly homogenous in its diversity between dry whites, dessert wines or red wines. You will clearly understand, instead of the basic superlatives, this year will be described as being “true.”

Indeed, having tasting the spectacular 2005, the rich 2009, and the exceptional 2010, Bordeaux truly reflected the combination “T²=terroir*travail” (that is to say, the unique intersection of work and terroir. For example, the majority of the 2013 with its Burgundian coloring, the soft and fruity 2012s, the classic 2011, etc). Winemakers and consultants had to adapt, to fight, be pragmatic, and work with the materials they had in order to come up with a cru that still responded to their high standards. The only hiccup is without a doubt the volatility of the market and what public opinions could be of vintages seen as merely average.

In short, though no one knows what the release price will be, everyone hopes that it will fit the market. The quality level will be as follow:2010>2005>2014≥2009>2012>2011≥2008≥2006>2007>20132014 appears to be a vintage where balance reigns, reflecting their birthplace but also the touch of its maker. Known as the patient vintage, it actually shows the qualities of any classic year.

Before being able to dive into my tasting notes, I can also reveal that 2014 is made up of high quality wines that could reveal the best of the Chateau.This is from the changing of hands from slow learning over time, optimizing the terroir with new technologies, and an evolution of the very philosophy of the Chateaux. Of course, all this is linked to Mother Nature and the grapes she allows to grow.

2014 seems to be a high quality and lucrative year, which you will understand when you taste it. Connoisseurs will attest that it could be a turning point economically for the region, as the price/quality ratio should be in line with the market (But haven’t we already seen this before?)So would this be the vintage that sees the rebirth of Bordeaux? It is certain that 2014 marks the end of the race for the most extracted, concentrated, etc. A new air of coherence seems to be the order of the day: the combination of winemakers who respect their terroir and the consumer who is now paying attention.I personally conclude that the wines from this vintage are wines for hedonists and and those in love with the complexity that can arise from it: a place and the interpretation of it, while keeping its straightforward nature.